It has been proven that sharing meals can greatly reduce stress. In 2022, the American Heart Association surveyed 1 000 US adults about their dining habits and found that 91% said their family was less stressed when they dined together.
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Food is a powerful symbol of love and nurturing. Beyond that, it represents the selfless dedication that defines motherhood. Good meals are a central part of celebrating Mother’s Day. Sharing food can lead to strengthened bonds and cherished memories.
What better way to show appreciation for the special women in our lives than by treating them to a memorable dining experience? Many restaurants in and around Cape Town are going all out to make this Mother’s Day unforgettable. From cosy cafés to elegant fine dining, there is something for everyone.
Here are 10 restaurants in Cape Town that are offering Mother’s Day specials:
1. Clay Cafe
At Clay Cafe, you can treat your mom to good food and a morning of wellness. Join in for pilates on the lawn, led by Nova Core. This bout of exercise will be followed by a delectable brunch.
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Details:
- Cost: R280 per person
- Location: Clay Cafe Hout Bay, Main Rd, Hout Bay
- Contact: 076 810 5120 | 071 685 4934 | [email protected]
2. Cowfish Bree Street
Here, you can indulge in sushi, seafood and meat. The modern, Asian-international menu caters to everyone’s tastes. For Mother’s Day, Cowfish will offer a set menu for adults, an à la carte menu for teenagers and its Little Fish or à la carte menu for kiddos under 12.
Details:
- Cost: R395 per person
- Location: The Barracks, 50 Bree Street, Cape Town
- Contact: 021 879 3669 | [email protected]
3. Hazendal Wine Estate
At Hazendal, you and your mom can sip, savour and celebrate with a high tea experience like no other. Their menu features a fusion of sweet and savoury surprises with a ‘touch of traditional South African flavour’, ensuring a memorable and tasty event.
Details:
- Cost: R595 per person
- Location: Avant Garde, Hazendal Wine Estate, Bottelary Road, New entrance from Ronelle Street via Kruis St, Stellenbosch
- Bookings: www.hazendal.co.za
4. The President Hotel, Bantry Bay
The President Hotel is more than just luxury accommodation. Thanks to its prime location on the Atlantic Ocean coastline, visitors can relax and breathe in the fresh sea breeze or experience panoramic views of the ocean.
For Mother’s Day, The President Hotel will host a high tea on their terrace on Saturday, 11 May – the perfect spot to enjoy those views while indulging in locally inspired flavours.
Details:
- Cost: R250 per person
- Location: 4 Alexander Road, Bantry Bay, Cape Town
- Contact: 021 434 8111 | [email protected]
5. The Greek Fisherman
As one of the original restaurants in the V&A Waterfront, The Greek Fisherman offers fresh and honest food prepared with simple techniques to bring out the best flavours. On Mother’s Day, the restaurant will host a lunch and each mom will receive a complimentary glass of wine and a gift.
Details:
- Location: 78 Regent Road, Sea Point, Cape Town
- Contact: 021 418 5411 | [email protected]
- Bookings: Dineplan
6. Burger & Lobster Cape Town
Burger & Lobster is known for some of the finest burgers and lobster rolls in Cape Town, paired with bespoke cocktails that create a unique vibe-dining experience.
On Sunday, moms can look forward to a complimentary glass of martini Prosecco, followed up by a mouth-watering, spoilt-for-choice menu of coconut shrimp, Korean fried cauliflower, lobster rolls, chicken burgers and sliders, among other options.
Details:
- Cost: R395 per person
- Location: 105 Bree Street, Heritage Square, Cape Town
- Contact: 021 422 4297 | [email protected]
7. The Cellars-Hohenort
Enjoy a delectable lunch with your mother at The Conservatory this Mother’s Day. You can choose between the restaurant or the terrace overlooking the garden while enjoying a three-course menu specially curated for the occasion.
You can look forward to smoked burrata cheesecake, Outeniqua springbok loin and chocolate semifreddo, among other dishes.
Details:
- Cost: R695 per person
- Location: 93 Brommersvlei Road, Constantia
- Contact: 021 794 2137 | [email protected]
8. Moyo Kirstenbosch
From scenic garden views to artisanal cocktails, Moyo plans to celebrate with a day of indulgence and relaxation in the heart of nature. Bookings include entry into the Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden and a live performance. Children under five can enter for free.
Details:
- Cost: R583.50 per person | R380.50 per child aged six to 12
- Location: 021 762 9585 | 072 989 2042 | [email protected]
- Contact: Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden, 99 Rhodes Drive, Newlands, Cape Town
- Bookings: Dineplan
9. Hacienda
Mom can enjoy a complimentary glass of martini Prosecco while indulging in delectable flavours. From Smoked Riaz de Remolacha to Kabeljou Ceviche with leche de tigre, even marinated lamb chops with salsa chicharos, burnt cinnamon sweet potato and dried cranberries, Hacienda is the place to check out.
Details:
- Cost: R999 for two to share
- Location: 92 Bree St, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa, Cape Town
- Contact: 021 422 0128 | [email protected]
10. The Capetonian
This exquisite lunch buffet is accompanied by a welcome drink on arrival, a surprise 360-photo booth experience, and complimentary parking. The Capetonian’s restaurant overlooks the Pier Square. It is strictly Halaal and is renowned for its variety of delectable, locally-inspired lunch and dinner buffets and á la carte dishes.
Details:
- Cost: R345 per person
- Location: Pier Place, Heerengracht Street, Roggebaai
- Contact: 021 405 5670 | [email protected]
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